Known as the Grand Canyon State, no trip to Arizona would be complete without visiting the Grand Canyon National Park. There are many ways to experience the Canyon; maybe drive yourself, ride on a vintage steam train, enjoy a jeep safari, take a helicopter tour, or, if you dare, walk the Skywalk above near Peach Springs. However you choose to visit, at one mile deep and 277 miles long, the Canyon is one of the 7 wonders of the world – prepare to have your breath taken!
Away from the Canyon, Arizona has a lot going on:
- Phoenix and central Arizona is renowned for its arts scene, world-famous spas, championship golf courses and five star restaurants and bars. Looking for a more active break? It’s possible to hike, ride (bikes or horses) and take to the water with Phoenix as your base.
- Looking for a Wild West vibe? Then Tuscon could be right for you. They say the Old West never really died in Tuscon. Take in one of the daily re-enactments of the gunfight at the OK Corral in nearby Tombstone, try your hand at prospecting, hit the desert trail on horseback. Once you’re cowboyed out, enjoy an afternoon’s wine tasting at one of the many vineyards in the area and perhaps follow this up with dinner. Tuscon was named the first city to be names a UNESCO City of Gastronomy in the USA, the food is most definitely something to write home about!
- Looking to take a breath in wide open space? Northern Arizona is home to high desert lead, otherworldly geology, pine forests, whitewater rivers and snow-topped mountains, all preserved in a stunning group of national parks and monuments. Native American Navajo and Hopi lands lie in this region, both have fascinating museums and visitor centres. And don’t miss Monument Valley – one of the West’s most iconic images.
Outdoor adventure on a grand scale; Montana’s scenery is immense! Rolling planes, dramatic mountains, clear water lakes and rivers; Montana takes your breath away! A great year-round destination that is still relatively undiscovered.
Visit in summer and you could:
- hike in Yellowstone,
- take a road trip to visit one of the seven native American tribal reservationswhite water raft
- enjoy some of the best fishing in the world
- And, of course, there are the ranches. Horseback is the traditional way to explore the great Montana outdoors. You could take a trail ride, or spend your holiday on either a working or dude ranch. Ranch holidays are typically ‘top end’ and offer a range of activities for any non-rider guests.
Visit in the winter and you can enjoy more than just excellent skiing! Try your hand at:
- Dog sledding
- Ice fishing
- Snowshoeing
- Ice climbing
- After all that you will have earned a soothing soak in one of the State’s natural hot springs!
Tip: If you’re looking for a thrilling spectator sport, check out Skijoring. Horses gallop through a series of jumps, sharp turns and obstacles – pulling a skier behind them! Gets the heart pounding just to watch!
Texas is vast; spanning two time zones! From the stunning Gulf coast, through the prairies and lakes around Dallas, and across to El Paso and the Mexican Border Texas is a world of adventure.
If you are looking for inspiration for your Texan holiday:
- Visit historic Fort Worth and soak up the art and culture. Whilst there, don’t miss the daily Longhorn cattle drive down Exchange Avenue! They’re headed to the Stockyards National Historic District which is an absolute must visit day or night (when there are some great dining and live music options).
- If ‘country’ doesn’t appeal then visit happening Houston; shopping, ballet, symphony orchestra, swim with sharks, visit the nearby NASA space station. Some of Texas’ pretties beaches are accessible to Houston along the Gulf coast. In a nutshell, Houston has it all going on!
- Looking for something slower paced? How about San Antonio; tour The Alamo, take a barge trip along the San Antonio river, enjoy superb food and drink (San Antonio is a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy)!
- Take time to visit the State capital, Austin. Known as Live Music Capital of the World, you're sure of a toe tapping time, whatever your musical taste.
Wherever you visit in Texas, you're sure of a warm welcome and world class hospitality.
With 36 National Parks, Monuments and Forests, including Yellowstone, the world’s first National Park – Wyoming is a fantastic destination for your USA adventure. You’ll also find fine dining, luxury hotels and ranches. The ranches vary from dude ranches to working ranches and, if you choose to stay on a ranch, most cater well for any non-riders in your group.
We love Wyoming, it’s a destination for all seasons.
In winter and spring:
- Jackson Hole on the edge of the majestic Grand Tetons, boasts one of the highest snowfall totals in the USA making it a bucketlist-worthy ski destination. Skiing aside, there are opportunities for snowboarding, ice-fishing, snowmobiling, dog sledding and fat biking.
In summer you could enjoy:
- camping under the stars,
- hiking,
- rodeo watching,
- horseback riding,
- rafting,
- rock climbing and
- experience many of Wyoming’s historical sites and attractions
